Most of us have a pot of parsley or coriander from the supermarket on our kitchen window sill from time to time. Usually they die before you use them! I have solved this by repotting them into a … [Read more...]
Visit a beautiful garden with the NGS Open Garden Scheme
The NGS Open Garden Scheme offers a great day outNow that the weather has finally improved in the UK, we are keen to get out and about. Fresh air and, hopefully, some sunshine does wonders to lift the … [Read more...]
Composting: the ultimate guide
Hurrah! The snow is abating now for most of us and next week promises more spring-like weather. This means that we can get out in the garden at last. We need to tidy up, start planting and do some … [Read more...]
Wildlife friendly gardening – keeping it untidy!
Take a walk on the wild side We aren't worried about a tidy garden here at Shoestring Cottage. Just as well as we don't have enough time to spare to keep it immaculate. We are more interested in … [Read more...]
This month’s achievements in our frugal garden: May 2017
As we head towards the end of May, it is time to look back at our achievements in our frugal garden. It is always hard to accomplish exactly what we want in the garden. We both love getting out in … [Read more...]
Grow your own fruit and veg to save money, even when you’re feeling delicate
So... the downside of entertaining 😊. I did two loads in the dishwasher as we went along, but we didn't want to stay up all night washing up. So many glasses! Growing your own hangover We … [Read more...]